Matt Sharpe

Its a Scary World Out There, Stay Hydrated

2012-02-24T17:32:00.000-08:00

Proud to be partnered with Eload for another season. A while back I sent them a panic email inquiring about my status with them for the upcoming season. Sharon replied with a calming email confirming, yes, they were still happy to have me on board. I love having the opportunity to represent an emerging Canadian company. Although they may command a higher stature within their industry, I like to

Well

2012-01-31T22:06:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had enough time to appreciate my Halloween costume. It was quite stellar in my opinion. Anyways, I recently returned from a training camp in New Zealand. It was unreal, like everything was great. Usually when I go away to these camps there is always one thing that "wasn't good." For example, Tucson and Clermont had pretty bad running (in my opinion), especially when you were

Occupy Halloween

2011-10-30T17:41:00.000-07:00

Returned to training a week ago and on my first ride my derailler hanger broke and on the second ride I bonked. Its nice to be back.

Beijing Recap

2011-09-14T22:12:00.000-07:00

Is at www.triathloncode.com The season is not done yet though! I'll be racing US nationals in Buffalo and the Myrtle Beach Continental Cup. Its my first time racing into the fall, and with a grand total of 3 races under my belt I'm chomping at the bit for some more racing. Gotta chase those points! Matt

Vid

2011-06-04T12:57:00.000-07:00

Just a video that I did with the BC High Performance Sport System. It was great working with Judy and Margo and I think it looks great. They were nominated for a Premiers Award, but I don't know if they won. Also, my voice is a lot lower than I remember... Probably from when I was 12 and would try to lower my voice, especially on the phone!

Race Schedule

2011-06-03T12:23:00.000-07:00

So after finally confirming my first race of the year I am pleased to announce the first 1/2 of my season. Cremona ITU Continental Cup June 12th - First elite race - Sprint distance (Easier intro to elite racing) - In Italy! Sooo cool! Coteau Du Lac Continental Cup June 26th - Canadian Race (Outside of Montreal) - Unofficial Canadian U23 Champs! San Francisco Continental Cup July 9th - I

Vote

2011-05-02T10:41:00.000-07:00

Big election today, first time voting so hopefully it will be a gooder. The leader of our country will be decided between: Mr. Charisma 'Brows Massage Aficionado "Hey...I think we should see other people" and The Uninvited Of course, I won't be voting for any of them tomorrow. I don't live in Calgary Southwest, Etobicoke-Lakeshore, Toronto-Danforth, Laurier-Sainte Marie or

Watching the SJ-LA game...

2011-04-14T22:20:00.000-07:00

And they both don't stand a chance against the Canucks! This is the year, the team is balanced on all lines and they played their first playoff game like it was a regular season affair. No shaky first-game play, just all-around domination. Stoked for this years run to the cup! Best playoff twitter hashtag so far... #Blackhawkdown I got a nice package from the great folks at MedionCorp (Eload)

Show stealer

2011-03-31T22:23:00.000-07:00

Some great swimming going on at SCP this week with World Trials going down. Very Inspiring stuff. Today was Thursday i.e. relaxed technical session. CBC was there setting up for the meet, setting up cameras. Got picked to make some stock footage of all the strokes. I thought I would ask if they could send me some... Imagine that! A Triathlete leading off the broadcast for a major swim meet!

#Sunday

2011-03-28T14:01:00.000-07:00

For me Sunday is usually pretty relaxed, training is unscheduled and I usually have time to just sit around, have a coffee and just slow down a bit. Yesterday was Sunday...but it wasn't "Sunday," you know? Started the day off at the Island Triathlon 1500m Time Trial. Woke up at 7:50 to walk over for 8AM start. Following the trend from the last TT, the event started off with a "coaches wave"

That Akward Moment When...

2011-03-22T21:39:00.000-07:00

"So I'll get some higher quality pics and vids up here." I can explain... When the internet is like this... My browsers don't work, which turns me into this... Which makes my blog look like this... Back in Victoria now, back to some (hopefully) more consistent posting. I did end up getting some good photos and videos, and in the next week or two I'd like to get something up...no promises

Beat That Beat

2011-02-17T21:47:00.000-08:00

Bit of a break from routine this week. Time trial in the pool yesterday, and a sleep-in to boot! "Meet at 11:45AM for warm up, time trial at 12." Woke up a bit before 9AM and fueled up with the standard porridge oats, fruit and plain yogurt. Has to be plain... Coffee. Coffee was needed as well. Met Alison at the Broadmead Bakery where some casual banter/light pumping up was paired with a

Muzak

2011-02-10T13:15:00.000-08:00

Fun jam. Foster the People. "Pumped Up Kicks"

Birthday

2011-02-03T13:35:00.000-08:00

Coach PK is back. I guess 3 weeks in paradise is just long enough. Its also his birthday today! I'm pretty sure hes turning 30. Seriously the guy doesn't age a bit, it must be from coaching us. Its a pretty easy job... It's been a pleasure working with him over the last 5 years, through the good races, bad races, injuries and grumpiness. I'm excited to enter U23 working with the man who, on

Queen of New Westminster

2011-01-31T20:25:00.000-08:00

Woke up early(ish) Sunday morning to make the 9AM ferry. I couldn't find my car keys so I woke my Mom up, she didn't seem too mad. After the quickest drive up the Pat Bay highway I made it with a few minutes to spare, thanks Mom! The purpose of the trip was an interview session at Sport BC headquarters in Richmond. I recently found out I'd been nominated for Sport BC's Junior Male Athlete of

Transfer

2011-01-28T13:11:00.000-08:00

Just got back from another stellar bike fit with Coach Noa. Every fit session is unique, we might move the seat up, down, forward or backwards. The handlebars may be tweaked a degree or two. They always gives me a sense of comfort, like I feel I am perfectly fitted to my machine and I am the most efficient I can be. Usually when I see her for a fit I'll get some biomechanical feedback, if

What You Know 'Bout Cooking?

2011-01-24T21:17:00.000-08:00

Not Quite Epic Meal Time. Probably needs more bacon. Nom nom nom.

Leo----->Cancer

2011-01-14T15:13:00.000-08:00

So it turns out my astrological sign has changed. Now that I am a "Cancer" (sounds terrrrible) I... "may be provoked to take action at work today by someone who is goading you into stepping beyond your normal limits." Instead of... "keep[ing] [my] ambitious(sp?) under the strictest control today. This is not the best day to show everyone how clever and tough you are. Spend this day somewhere

Holladeais

2011-01-03T15:29:00.000-08:00

Today was my first day back to structured training after enjoying a busy holiday break. This year was the first time I've experienced two Christmas, one at my place on the 25th and the other at alison's on the 26th. I was spoiled on both occasions. I split the rest of the break between Comox/Campbell River and Kelowna which were both stellar. Unfortunatley right before we started our

Now Official

2010-12-22T17:27:00.000-08:00

http://triathloncanada.com/en/newsdetails.ch2?uid=Home&newsarticle_id=3320 Pretty stoked to be named to Triathlon Canada's Development team this year. Put a lot of hard work in and it is nice to finally be recognized. The way I see it, is that Triathlon Canada has decieded to invest in me. Now its time to return on that investment.

December 13th

2010-12-13T21:34:00.000-08:00

DONE! So just got back from my first and last exam of the University of Victoria's fall academic session. Wasn't too stressed, just kinda let it happen. This semester I enrolled in an Environmental Studies class and a Computer Science class. Strenuous...I know :p I learned some new things, so it was a successful semester. On the academic horizon, I've decided to take a step back

The Last Few Days

2010-12-09T15:04:00.000-08:00

Logged ~12hours of training from Monday-Wednesday. *note to self do not switch Sunday with Monday again!* Spent some quality time with Naomi, Silver and the crew from 90210. 400 TT The scene at Commonwealth Wednesday AM It was a solid TT with some fast splits and lessons learned. *CoughBrookCough* Had a relaxing lunch at Nourish with Alison. Down to earth place, local foods.

Santa Shuffle

2010-12-04T19:42:00.000-08:00

Had my first road race since 08' Bazan Bay 5km. Nice chance to throw down an early season 5km, and rock a new PB. The "race" itself was a community fundraiser for the Salvation Army with the 5km Santa Shuffle, and the 1km Elf Walk. I didn't raise any money, but I know AP did and I've given AP a few lifts before, so by that logic I also helped...right?!? After 2.5 years of sitting at 16:12 I

GO

2010-12-03T22:17:00.000-08:00

Well, my December 1st start up was a bit optimistic, a few days late isn't so bad... Its about time I started this site up, and I have to give props to the individuals who have helped me get to this point: Parents; Barb and Derek Sharpe (supportive in every sense of the word) Broseph; Geoff Sharpe (someone to look up to, and beat AT EVERYTHING!!) Grand Parents; Ray and Joy Sharpe, and Mary

First Updates!!!!

2010-11-07T12:16:00.000-08:00

Starting December 1st...